In mammals both the regulation of circadian rhythms and photoperiodic responses depend
exclusively upon photic information provided by the lateral eyes; however, nonmammalian …

Habitat‐specific cues play an important role in orientation for animals that move through a
mosaic of habitats. Environmental cues can be imprinted upon during early life stages to …

Performing efficient homing, ie, returning to a previously known place, is crucial for the
survival of any motile animal. Animals perform homing across different spatial scales and …

Highlights•We tested responses of adult zebrafish to changes in water condition.•Recent
habitat experiences impacted reliance on sensory modalities.•Social behaviour was not …

This paper reflects on the social organization of a lizard species, the Australian sleepy lizard,
Tiliqua rugosa. Our knowledge of this species has arisen from over 35 years of intimate and …

Tackling the global threat of habitat fragmentation on biodiversity requires knowledge of how
species move within agricultural landscapes. However, the specific mechanisms influencing …

The present study examined for the first time whether a Morris water-maze can be used to
explore compass and other orientation mechanisms in the ruin lizard Podarcis sicula. In the …

Bats are the only mammals that can fly in the dark without eye usage. This study was
conducted to describe the structural and functional adaptations of the retina of two bats very …

Abstract The Australian sleepy lizard (Tiliqua rugosa) is a large day‐active skink which
occupies stable overlapping home ranges and maintains long‐term monogamous …

Colour polymorphism is a widespread phenomenon among reptiles and is often associated
with alternative physiological and behavioural strategies, including dispersal and movement …